Great Lakes, Great Skills
Welcome to Marine Trades Institute, the only accredited school specializing in the marine trades in the Great Lakes Region. Marine Trades Institute is a non-profit, post-secondary trade school that offers programs focused on giving students skills and experiences that will help them succeed in their career. These 12-month programs provide hands-on training in a shop-like setting and on the water! Now is the time! If you like working with your hands, enjoy being on the water, and want a career in the marine industry, Marine Trades Institute may be just the right fit for you!
Students
Launch your maritime career with hands-on training programs. Start earning while learning essential skills with high job placement.
Alumni
Join our network of successful graduates working across the Great Lakes region in leading marine industry positions.
Donors
Support the next generation of marine trades professionals. Your contribution provides training equipment and scholarship opportunities.
Employers
Connect with skilled graduates ready for your marine business. Our students graduate with practical experience and professional certifications.
Learn By Doing
At Marine Trades Institute, our students spend around 80% of their time in the shop. Fundamental to all programs at Marine Trades Institute is a strong focus on hands-on, applied learning which is reflected through the daily schedule during the semester. If you love boats, the outdoors, and working with your hands, then an education here may be the perfect fit for you.
Our Programs
